Dispatcher

@ Smurfit Westrock
Smurfit Westrocksmurfitwestrock.com

Dispatcher

Detroit, MI
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

Smurfit Westrock is a leader in sustainable packaging, creating scalable paper solutions. This role focuses on driver dispatch, route planning, and customer service to support efficient delivery operations.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two+ years in transportation dispatch
  • Knowledge of DOT policies
  • Experience as a truck driver preferred
  • Basic computer literacy

Qualifications

  • Ability to plan and communicate effectively
  • Organizational skills
  • Customer service focus
  • Safety conscious

Full job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The Opportunity:

The Dispatcher position will be responsible for scheduling and dispatching drivers for routes to deliver products to our customer locations.

Shift: Mon-Fri, 10am - 6pm or 11am - 7pm

Pay Rate: $26 - 28/hour

Location: Livonia, MI 48150


How you will impact Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions:

  • Receive order requests from branch staff.
  • Plan and map routes for drivers
  • Schedule deliveries to maximize efficiency and meet delivery deadlines.
  • Utilize computer-aided dispatch system to contact drivers and plan/adjust routes.
  • Maintain required reports and compliance with DOT regulations.
  • Receive and respond to calls for assistance from drivers.
  • Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pick-up operations.
  • Follow all safety rules for equipment, material handling and transport as required by DOT, OSHA, and Victory safety program.
  • Communicate effectively with operations staff about customer concerns and inventory issues.
  • Coordinate last-minute or unscheduled deliveries to meet customer needs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two or more years of transportation industry dispatch required with knowledge of DOT policies and practices.
  • One or more years’ experience as a truck driver preferred.
  • General fluency in English required, verbal and written.
  • Basic computer literacy required, knowledge of Microsoft Windows preferred


Physical Requirements


  • Position requires regular keyboarding, sitting, standing, and walking. Work is performed in both an office environment and warehouse floor where incumbent may be exposed to environmental noises and hazards.
  • Use of proper personal protection equipment is required depending on the location and potential hazards including safety shoes, safety vest, bump cap, gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses, and respiratory protection.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is usually moderate to noisy.


What we offer

  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work


Benefits include:

  • Medical w/ HSA
  • Dental Vision
  • Mental Health
  • 401(k) with 5% company match
  • Paid vacation time & holidays
  • Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement.


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Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
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